Applied Mechanics MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Applied Mechanics, a fundamental topic in the field of Civil Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Applied Mechanics MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Q1.
The c.g. of a thin hollow cone of height h, above its base lies on the axis, at a height of
Discuss
Answer: (c).2h/3
Q2.
Two forces act an angle of 120°. If the greater force is 50 kg and their resultant is perpendicular to the smaller force, the smaller force is
Discuss
Answer: (b).25 kg
Q3.
The C.G. of a right circular cone lies on its axis of symmetry at a height of
Discuss
Answer: (c).h/4
Q4.
A uniform rod 9 m long weighing 40 kg is pivoted at a point 2 m from one end where a weight of 120 kg is suspended. The required force acting at the end in a direction perpendicular to rod to keep it equilibrium, at an inclination 60° with horizontal, is
Discuss
Answer: (c).10 kg
Q5.
If a particle is projected inside a horizontal tunnel which is 554 cm high with a velocity of 60 m per sec, the angle of projection for maximum range, is
Discuss
Answer: (c).10°
Q6.
A cable loaded with 0.5 tonne per horizontal metre span is stretched between supports in the same horizontal line 400 m apart. If central dip is 20 m, the minimum tension in the cable, will be
Discuss
Answer: (b).500 tonnes at the centre
Q7.
The c.g. of the shaded area of the below figure whose curve OM is a parabola from y-axis, is
Discuss
Answer: (b).3a/4
Q8.
The beam shown in below figure is supported by a hinge at A and a roller at B. The reaction RA of the hinged support A of the beam, is
Discuss
Answer: (d).10.2 t
Q9.
A square hole is punched out of a circular lamina, the diagonal of the square being the radius of the circle. If r is the radius of the circle, the C.G. of the remainder from the corner of the square on the circumference will be

a.

A

b.

B

c.

C

d.

D

Discuss
Answer: (c).C
Q10.
The resultant of two forces P and Q acting at an angle ฮธ, is

a.

A

b.

B

c.

C

d.

D

Discuss
Answer: (d).D